Graduate SEN Teaching Assistant - Bolton

Aspire People; Bolton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire People seeks Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants for mainstream secondary schools in Bolton starting in September. These rewarding roles require a UK degree in Psychology or a related subject and involve supporting students with special educational needs. Successful candidates will provide vital assistance to help pupils reach their potential in a nurturing environment.

Benefits

Long-term and short-term placements

Opportunities in supportive schools

Ongoing support from experienced consultants

Competitive pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting students with SEND.
• DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.
• Two years of referenceable experience.

Responsibilities

• Work 1:1 with students supporting within SEN hubs.
• Help pupils with SEMH needs achieve their full potential.
• Support in classrooms at mainstream secondary schools.

Skills

Empathy

Calmness

Patience

Resilience

Education

UK degree in Psychology

Curriculum-related degree

Job description

Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants - September Start
Mainstream Secondary Schools - Bolton
Short-term and Long-term Roles Available

Are you a recent Psychology graduate or hold a UK degree related to the national curriculum? Do you have a passion for supporting students with special educational needs and mental health challenges? Aspire People are looking for Graduate SEN Teaching Assistants to join mainstream secondary schools across Bolton for September starts.

These rewarding roles involve working 1:1 with students, supporting within school-based SEN hubs or alternative provision units. You'll play a key role in helping pupils with SEN, including SEMH needs, to achieve their full potential in a mainstream environment.

The ideal candidate will have:
* A UK degree in Psychology or a curriculum-related subject
* Previous experience supporting students with SEND (in school, care, or youth settings)
* A DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
* Two years of referenceable experience
* A calm, patient, and resilient approach
* A genuine passion for making a difference in students' lives

What we offer:
* Long-term and short-term placements to suit your availability
* Opportunities across a range of inclusive and supportive secondary schools
* Excellent experience for those considering a career in educational psychology or teaching
* Competitive pay and ongoing support from our experienced consultants

If you're committed to supporting young people with additional needs and want to build a meaningful career in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.